Bike Racing for Kids & Teens
Your cycling journey can begin anywhere you want it to. If your child is 18 years old or younger the steps below will help get your child started with USA Cycling.
Step 1
Buy a membership
In order to race in a USA Cycling sanctioned event, you'll need to purchase your child a JUNIOR RACE or JUNIOR+ membership. Think of it like a VIP membership card that gets them into some of the best races in the United States!
Buy a membershipStep 2
Learn the basics
USA Cycling offers training plans, gear checklists, riding tips, and so much more!
Rider Toolkit
Step 3
Find a race
You've purchased a membership for your child, now it's time to find a race! With our event finder tool, they'll have endless access to the best races in the country.
Find a raceStep 4
Join a club
Now that your child has decided to give racing a try it's important to get in touch with your local cycling club to find out about all the best places to ride. When your junior is first starting out, we encourage them to ride with a group.
Find a club
Step 5
Train for success
USA Cycling has the resources you need to train right. Click below for training tips that can help both on and off the bike.
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NICA
INTERSCHOLASTIC RACING AND BEYOND
Do you have experience racing with NICA or other interscholastic racing organizations? Competing at a USA Cycling sanctioned event is an easy addition to your racing repertoire and sets you up for success as you move into collegiate or adult racing. You’ll earn ranking and upgrade points starting with your first race, and you’ll have access to the same development programs that jumpstarted the success of many world and Olympic medalists.
BMX
USE MY BMX SKILLS FOR A NEW DISCIPLINE
Did you know that many national and world champions in cyclocross, mountain bike, and road disciplines got their start with BMX? While the equipment may be different, the bike handling skills gained on a BMX bike make transitioning to other cycling disciplines a breeze, even if it’s been 10+ years since you’ve been on the track.
